- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 438
- In business
- 4 yrs
- Owens Corning
Roofing Contractors in Sarasota, FL
FEMA rates hurricane risk in Sarasota County Very High. More than half of homes in Sarasota (58%) were built before 1980.
Compare the 36 roofing contractors ARCO lists in Sarasota on their public records: half have been in business 14 years or more and 24 hold a roofing manufacturer certification.
A listing isn't an endorsement. ARCO accredited contractors are marked.
- Contractors in the registry
- 36
- Median years in business
- 14
- Average customer rating
- 4.8 / 5
Profiles with contact details on file
Half have been in business at least this long; 32 with recorded dates
Mean of 29 contractor ratings; unrated profiles excluded
All 36 roofing contractors in Sarasota
Accredited first, then customer rating and years in business.
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- Rating
- 4.8
- Reviews
- 114
- In business
- 8 yrs
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- 4.7
- Reviews
- 216
- In business
- 53 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.6
- Reviews
- 164
- In business
- 14 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- 4.6
- Reviews
- 31
- In business
- 9 yrs
- GAF
- Owens Corning
- CertainTeed
- Rating
- 4.5
- Reviews
- 156
- In business
- 23 yrs
- GAF
- Rating
- 4.5
- Reviews
- 17
- In business
- 15 yrs
- Rating
- 4.4
- Reviews
- 54
- In business
- 13 yrs
- Rating
- 4.3
- Reviews
- 103
- In business
- 49 yrs
- GAF
- Rating
- —
- Reviews
- 0
- In business
- 25 yrs
- Rating
- —
- Reviews
- 0
- In business
- 17 yrs
- GAF
- Rating
- —
- Reviews
- 0
- In business
- 1 yrs
- Owens Corning
- Rating
- —
- Reviews
- 0
- In business
- —
- Rating
- —
- Reviews
- 0
- In business
- —
- Atlas
- Rating
- —
- Reviews
- 0
- In business
- —
- Rating
- —
- Reviews
- 0
- In business
- —
Roofing conditions in Sarasota
Homes in Sarasota
- Median year built
- 1976
- Built before 1980
- 58.4%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57.5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year.
Severe weather reported in Sarasota County
- Hail 1 inch or larger
- 0 reports
- Thunderstorm wind 58 mph or higher
- 3 reports
- Tornadoes
- 4 reports
Reported to NOAA, July 2021 through June 2026. Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live nearby; most wind speeds are estimated. Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database.
Natural hazard risk in Sarasota County
- Hail
- Very Low
- Strong wind
- Relatively High
- Tornado
- Relatively High
- Hurricane
- Very High
FEMA National Risk Index ratings compare this county with other U.S. counties. This product uses the Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Risk Index dataset API or downloadable datasets but is not endorsed by FEMA. The Federal Government or FEMA cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after the data have been retrieved from the Agency's website(s). National Risk Index v1.20.0 (December 2025), retrieved October 15, 2026.
Roof replacement permits in Sarasota
Permit required
Reroofs need a city permit and can be issued as an over-the-counter single-trade permit. Only repairs under $1,000 that involve no structural work are exempt.
Roofers must register with the city. State-certified and state-registered contractors must register with the City of Sarasota and keep their license and insurance on file.
City of Sarasota Building & Permitting
Verified October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Florida rules that apply
Roofers must hold a Florida license
Florida licenses roofing contractors through the DBPR. A state-certified roofer (license number starting CCC) can work anywhere in Florida; a registered roofer (starting RC) only where they hold local competency. Look up the license number before you sign.
Florida DBPR: Construction Industry Licensing
Verified October 2026
Storm-damage roof contract protections
Roofers can't offer gifts, cash or to waive your deductible for an inspection or insurance claim. After a declared state of emergency, you can cancel a roof contract signed within 180 days of the event, without penalty, within 10 days or before work starts.
Florida Statutes s. 489.147 (Florida Senate)
Verified October 2026
The 25% roof repair rule
If your roof was built or last replaced under the 2007 Florida Building Code or later, repairing or replacing 25% or more of it only requires the repaired part to meet current code, not the whole roof. Older roofs may still need full replacement to current code.
Florida Statutes s. 553.844 (Florida Senate)
Verified October 2026
Hiring a roofer in Sarasota: common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Sarasota?
Yes. Sarasota requires a permit to replace a roof. Reroofs need a city permit and can be issued as an over-the-counter single-trade permit. Only repairs under $1,000 that involve no structural work are exempt. Rules change, so confirm with the city before work starts.
Do roofers need a license in Florida?
Florida licenses roofing contractors through the DBPR. A state-certified roofer (license number starting CCC) can work anywhere in Florida; a registered roofer (starting RC) only where they hold local competency. Look up the license number before you sign. Source: Florida DBPR: Construction Industry Licensing, verified October 2026.
How often is large hail reported around Sarasota?
NOAA has no reports of hail 1 inch or larger in Sarasota County from July 2021 through June 2026. Counts are reports, so they also reflect how many people live in the area.
How old are homes in Sarasota?
The median home in Sarasota was built in 1976, and 58.4% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 5-year).
How long have Sarasota roofing companies been in business?
Half of the 32 Sarasota contractors with a recorded founding date have been in business 14 years or more. 18 have at least 10 years of history and 12 have at least 20. The longest-running is Florida Southern Roofing & Sheet Metal, at 53 years. Founding dates come from state filings or the Better Business Bureau.
Which roofing manufacturer certifications do Sarasota roofers hold?
24 of the 36 Sarasota contractors ARCO lists hold at least one: GAF (15), Owens Corning (12), CertainTeed (4), TAMKO (3), and Atlas (1). Manufacturer programs can extend warranty coverage, so ask which program and warranty apply to your roof.
How do Sarasota roofers rate with customers?
29 of the 36 contractors have public customer ratings, with a median of 4.9 out of 5. 15 have 100 or more reviews. Ratings are combined across review sites and weighted by review count.